Vancouver Canucks star Quinn Hughes has consistently impressed as one of the league’s premier puck-moving defensemen. Over the last three seasons, Hughes has posted at least 76 points per campaign, including a 92-point season in 2023-24, earning him the Norris Trophy and solidifying his reputation as an elite talent.

Despite his on-ice production, questions have arisen about Hughes’ ability to guide Vancouver to a Stanley Cup, particularly with his future in the city uncertain. Comments earlier this year by Jim Rutherford hinted that Hughes’ next contract negotiations may not hinge solely on money or term, suggesting organizational uncertainty regarding the team’s long-term core around him.

A former NHL player recently weighed in on the topic during the Empty Netters Podcast, expressing

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